The first Grand National was run in 1839, and today it sees millions watch from across the globe.
Over the decades, we've witnessed some iconic and dramatic moments - and this year was no exception. At the Grand National Festival 2023, we saw fashion statements, protests, celebrities and more.
Kicking off the event Thursday, racegoers stunned in brilliant outfits and we also saw the dress code dropped by The Jockey Club. Sharon Reid, 56, and Tracy Lauront, 60, travelled to Aintree from Warrington for the first day of the races. Sharon wanted to pay tribute to her friend whose funeral was on Thursday by looking for a "colourful horse"
Style Award winner Sian Jones took home title this year and 90-year-old Sadie Edwards also wowed at her first ever Grand National Ladies Day and captured the hearts of ECHO readers. And we saw a number of famous faces from Helen Flanagan to Mike Tindall.
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Aintree marked the Hillsborough Anniversary with a minutes applause, including the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Cllr Roy Gladden, Ian Rush and Kenny Dalglish. Huyton couple Sarah McGuinness, 28, and Jordan Paget, 27, got engaged on Saturday and Derek Fox celebrated with Corach Rambler after winning the Grand National horse race.
As the Grand National wraps for another year, we take a brief look at some of the biggest moments from the 2023 event. From happy moments to emotional tributes, look at our gallery below.
This list isn't intended to be comprehensive, we've included a number of the biggest moments from the Grand National Festival 2023. But, if you feel there is something we should have included, let us know in the comments section below.
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